"The red brick was hard and lifeless before.. A limewash (paint diluted with water and mixed with sand) softened up the harsh brick. They continued to fine-tune the facade by painting all the shutters and trim Pratt & Lambert's Lambswool. This new creamy color scheme makes the home's original Buckingham gray slate roof stand out. So. Living

Create a Modern Georgian Home | Lightened up the Palette | SouthernLiving.com "The red brick was hard and lifeless before," says Jeremy. A limewash (paint diluted with water and mixed with sand) softened up the harsh brick. They continued to fine-tune the facade by painting all the shutters and trim Pratt & Lambert's Lambswool. This new creamy color scheme makes the home's original (and much envied) Buckingham gray slate roof stand out. { I like the whitewashed look of the brick }

Brick exterior with lime wash

Limewashed Brick Exterior - the harsh red brick was lightened up with a limewash - watered down paint and sand - via Southern Living

Lightened up the Palette - A Charming Restoration - Southern Living "The red brick was hard and lifeless before," says Jeremy. A limewash (paint diluted with water and mixed with sand) softened up the harsh brick. They continued to fine-tune the facade by painting all the shutters and trim Pratt & Lambert's Lambswool. This new creamy color scheme makes the home's original (and much envied) Buckingham gray slate roof stand out.

i really like the lighter grey/putty color on the brick, with the DARKER color (instead of white) on the door/trim/gutter/soffit/fascia, and a black roof. with black lighting fixtures. such a classy look. that would look great on your home.